Traveling to Santa Fe?
Pack Light. Travel Happy.™ Rent baby gear in Santa Fe.Santa Fe—The City Different—is a great family destination. Santa Fe is the third oldest US city founded in 1610 by European colonists. Today, you’ll find a vibrant food and art culture, scenic outdoor adventures, and a variety of wellness related services.
Some might wonder if Santa Fe is too small to keep families entertained. In our opinion, there are lots of adventures to be had. Explore the old city, hike the high-desert trails, or immerse yourself in an art experience
The best places to eat, play and sleep for families visiting Santa Fe are highlighted below. The Southwest is calling—pack up your tiny humans and go exploring in Santa Fe.
Eat: Kid-approved dining
It makes our heart smile when our kiddos eat well. At Love Yourself Cafe in Santa Fe, you and your littlest eater will dine on food, smoothies and elixirs that are created with love and intention. Healing nutrition and foodie flavors are achieved using ingredients that are organic, gluten-free, and free of artificial colors and sugars. Nothing but the best stuff for growing bodies and brains!
At Love Yourself Cafe, servers greet diners with Love Juice at their table. It’s a delicious and refreshing drink containing cucumber and herbs. Menu options include eggs, veggie bowls, and spaghetti squash. For picky kiddos, we suggest the Ginger Banana Cardamom Waffles or Pancakes. They are a good source of protein and probiotics masquerading as a beloved breakfast staple. For desert, the smoothies pack a lot of fruits and veggies into a slurp-able, yummy treat.
Play: What local families are doing
We love the “live like a local” travel philosophy. To help you experience Santa Fe like a local, Amy Jackson, owner and instructor at Baby Boot Camp Santa Fe, shares her family’s favorite haunts:
“All of our favorite family activities involve exploring this beautiful land. Our kids enjoy walking (or meandering as the case may be) through the Leonora Curtin Wetland Preserve and spotting frogs in the pond. We take advantage of the mild weather and views as we ride our bikes along the Arroyo de los Chamisos Urban Trail—a paved trail that’s great for bikes with trailers, balance bikes, and push toys alike. When it gets hot, we head to Cerro Gordo trailhead to wander the shaded trails and splash in the stream.”
Looking to incorporate some fitness into your stay? Check out Amy’s mommy-and-me style boot camp classes.
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Sleep: Family-friendly accommodations
If you’re looking for kiddo-friendly, high-end, luxury accommodations, Santa Fe will not disappoint! We love the following hotel options for families traveling with babies and little ones:
Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado
The Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado offers a year round pool, babysitting services, and a complimentary plaza shuttle. In addition, kids five and under dine free onsite! For the grownups, the resort offers a variety of wellness amenities, including a yoga studio, meditation sessions, and spa treatments.
Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi
The Rosewood Inn of the Anasazi has all the bases covered for families staying with infants and young kiddos. Your room will be baby proofed for you! The staff will stock it with a wireless baby monitor, full-size crib and linens, child-sized bath robe, baby changing and bath equipment, and a bottle warmer. Children’s menus are available for both in-room dining and The Anasazi Restaurant. Babysitting services are available should you want to book a massage or enjoy a night out without the kids.
Only in Santa Fe
Here’s a quick rundown of three unique, family-friendly attractions in Santa Fe that both adults and kiddos will enjoy.
1. Meow Wolf
Meow Wolf House of Eternal Return is part jungle gym, part children’s museum and part art exhibit. It’s an understatement to say that Meow Wolf is a unique experience! At Meow Wolf, you’ll choose your own path through the 20,000 square foot exhibition by walking, climbing and crawling through an imaginative multiverse of unexpected environments. Visitors will experience a “nexus of colorful, chaotic portals that take explorers to worlds they’ve only seen in their wildest dreams.”
Add it to the itinerary: Each Monday, Toddler Tales is a free story/music/art time offered at the Meow Wolf’s Learning Center.
2. Railyard Park Conservancy
This 12-acre park in the heart of Santa Fe is a great outdoor space featuring gardens and art. Throughout the year, Railyard Park Conservancy hosts a variety of public art and performance projects and offers a number of family-friendly events.
Add it to the itinerary: Every Saturday from late May through mid-August, kiddos can get wet and sandy at Sand Play Saturday.
3. J.F. Mazur Fine Art Studio
Artist Jillian Mazur, owner of J.F. Mazur Fine Art Studio, shares her love of art by offering children’s art classes and workshops for preschool age kiddos through adults.
Add it to the itinerary: Open Studio Fridays are a great drop-in option for visiting families.
Traveling to Santa Fe?
Pack Light. Travel Happy.™ Rent baby gear in Santa Fe.
Kathy is a freelance writer, an Independent Quality Provider with BabyQuip and the mother of a very active one-year-old boy. When she’s not changing diapers, developing engaging content for clients, or helping families travel with little ones, she enjoys reading, gardening, yoga, and naps.
You should visit Santa Fe during one of the festivals/markets or during the balloon festival in Albuquerque. It’s a short day trip but the mountains are beautiful in Santa Fe. Fun hiking iwth kids.